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Trusted Execution Environment (TEE)

Security

A protected area inside a device that runs sensitive code.

Definition

A TEE is a protected part of a device that can run sensitive code more safely than normal apps.

In plain English A protected area inside a device that runs sensitive code.

Why this matters

Why it matters: It can protect secrets and reduce the risk of malware stealing them.

Example

Example: A device runs key operations inside a protected environment.